This classic four-patch quilt pattern by Bonnie Hunter of Quiltsville’s Quips & Snips is a perfect choice for your Fourth of July get-together or outing. Her attention to value gives this quilt sparkle! Go HERE to get free download.… Read More...
Tea Party in a Box
Far away from your tea loving, Jane Austenite? What an easy, mailable gift idea: A tea party in a box, including cookies and tea quotes on the tea bags. (Wonder if you could make a coffee version for the likes … Read More...
4th of July Pudding Pops
I can’t help but think immediately of Bill Cosby every time I hear “pudding pops.” But the ’80s store-bought versions were never this festive, I don’t think. Make your own 4th of July pudding pops HERE at We Made That… Read More...
Project: Card Keeper Box
Here’s a cool way to keep all your stamped cards organized. Learn how to make your own card keeper box from Erica Cerwin at Pink Buckaroo Designs. This would also make an amazing gift filled with hand made cards!
-Heather
Tutorial: Bell bottom yoga pants
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how she made a pair of knit yoga pants with bell bottom legs. These are soooo fabulous for summer lounging or errand running, and they look so comfy! She shares a tutorial on her … Read More...
Have A Heart – Crochet Heart Pattern
With all the heat in the summer, I often switch to thread projects since they are often cooler to work with – not so much yarn in my lap. I found this and instantly added it to my WIM list! … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Gratitude Journaling Cards
If you keep a gratitude journal, or want to include a gratitude list in your scrapbook pages, these free printable journaling cards by Cathy Zielske are just the thing. They are sized to fit in Project Life pockets too! Click … Read More...
Freebie | July 4th T-Shirt Transfer Printable
This free printable 4th of July image is available for download from Fleece Fun. While there you can also check out their party printables which are on sale.
Click here to go to the download.
Inspiration du Jour | Ready For School
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Ta Dah!: United Scraps of America quilt top
Amy of While Wearing Heels hand appliqued all 50 states in this quilt top she calls United Scraps of America. She even took the time to include Alaska and Hawaii then matched each state’s fabric color with coordinating thread. … Read More...
Video tutorial: Sewing with knits – basics
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini kicks off a new series of video tutorials on her blog all about sewing with knits. The first installment covers the basics – fabric weight, grainline and stretch, using the right needle, using a walking foot, … Read More...
Lookie what she made: A purse made to look like a house!
Alicia from Alicia’s Hiding Place shows off the purse she made for her sister. The body of the bag is in the shape of a house, with all the details appliqued on. There’s even a clothes line on the back!! … Read More...
Tutorial: Back bow t-shirt refashion
Jackie from In La La Land shares a tutorial showing how to add some sizzle to a plain t-shirt by refashioning the back into a large bow. Her project was inpsired by a similar tutorial from Let’s Rock It, … Read More...
How to make a recycled map woven book cover
Do you like to weave things together to make a new and different pattern? I do and so does Emma. Over at the blog Ruby Murrays Musings there is a tutorial on how to make a woven recycled map book … Read More...
Tennis Player Figure in Cross Stitch
Whether you are a tennis fan or you know a tennis fan, this chart from Brigitte Dadaux will be perfect for a project. Stitch it up in the floss color of your choice. Check it out.
Iron fail at Pretty by Hand
Kristyne of Pretty by Hand shares her iron fail on her latest quilting project. It will make you laugh and wince some too on her behalf. Go HERE to learn more.
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Technique: Marker Thumping on Rubber Stamps
The always talented Michelle Zindorf shares a cool technique called “thumping” (always makes me think of that Chumbawamba song “Tub Thumping” :)) that uses markers to achieve cool patterns directly on your rubber stamp. Find her directions for making this … Read More...
Tutorial: Waterproof wet bag with wrist strap
Mel from All Wrapped Up shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a wet bag. The small waterproof bag has a zippered closure and a wrist strap for easy carrying. It’s a super useful little pouch!! You … Read More...
Tagua Nuts
A recent post from the Beading Gem made me think to share this tagua nut carving created by John Hooder. If you aren’t familiar with tagua nuts, also known as ivory nuts, you might be missing out on a popular … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a pocket to cover an embroidered logo on a shirt
Shirts with embroidered company logos are good for wearing to work (when the logo is for the company where you work), but who wants to wear them around on the weekend? Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shares a quick fix … Read More...